Enfield High School - Echo Yearbook (Enfield, CT)

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FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT. Standing, left to right'. Mrs. Cynthia Humphrey, Mr. Raymond Montagna, Miss Catherine O’Sullivan, and Mrs. Elaine Myott. Sealed-. Mrs. Sirvant Hintlian, Department Head; Miss Elizabeth Best, and Mrs. Sandra Eastman. Missing from the picture: Miss Sandra Kazman and Mr. James Liberty. and learned the languages our brothers speak. Foreign Languages At a time when communication and under- standing between the people of the world is so vital, we at Enfield High School are fortunate enough to have an advanced foreign language program. The Foreign Language Department consists of three basic courses: French, Spanish, and Latin. Besides the regular classroom sessions, the students frequently utilize the electronic lan- guage laboratory. The learning of a foreign language is most beneficial. Not only may one become proficient in a language but one also becomes acquainted with the customs and inhabitants of other na- tions. This learning arouses and intrigues us: we become more aware of our own society, and its traditions and culture.

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Business In order to function successfully in the sphere of today’s highly industrial society, it is important to become adept at certain skills. To provide its students with the knowledge and experience necessary for success in the business world, the business department offers practical curriculum in actual jobs. This “work-study” program provides a strong foundation of practical knowledge for the business student. For those students not involved in this plan, courses in the operation of business machines, typing, and stenography prepare them for office work after graduation. The department also offers courses for those individuals who plan to pursue further business study at the college level. For seniors—a sure way to be accurate. We experienced the skills the business world demands, BUSINESS DEPARTMENT. Standing, left to right: Mr. Robert Fitzgerald; Mr. Anthony Batista; Mrs. Poppy Fowler, Department Chairman; Mrs. Linda Wyman; Mr. Paul Bisesti; Mr. James Furey; and Mr. James Laudato. Seated: Miss Andrea Russo, Mrs. Phyllis Granata, Mrs. Dorothy Hare, Miss Eileen Malley, Miss Catherine Tatoian, and Miss Anna Parakilas. 14

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ART DEPARTMENT: “And tomorrow we’ll use play-dough.” By being exposed to the Mr. Richard Finman and Mr. Robert Foley. Under the direction of Mr. Robert Foley and Mr. Richard Finman many of the classes explored new and unusual art forms this year. The advanced class was introduced to metallic sculpture for the first time. The art students produced water colors, pastels, woodcuts, pot- tery and three dimensional sculptures. Art class offers a chance for creativity, and its informal atmosphere provides a refreshing break in the school routine. Oh, you’re putting us on! MUSIC DEPARTMENT: Mr. Joseph Ciangrasso and Mr. Leonard DeMaio. Under the direction of Mr. Leonard De- Maio, the advanced Music IV class experi- mented with Electronic Music techniques and composed individual pieces. Electronic music is the art of combining sounds and tapes to create an abstract composition that the listener may interpret in his own way. A television program concerning electronic music was taped and several of the better compositions were sent to Washington, D.C. For those who sang, several music classes were available under the direction of Mr. Joseph Ciangrasso. The students sang broad- way, folk, and jazz selections. The main ob- jective of the music course is to prove to the 16 students that music can be pleasant and stim- ulating. Oops! I missed a spot. vibrant arts of today, “Are you sure that’s Happy Birthday?